1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1986 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1986 Toyota Supra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Toyota Supra weights approximately 217 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1986 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Supra |
Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |