1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1989 Lotus Elan
To start off, 1989 Lotus Elan is newer by 17 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lotus Elan (165 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 320 kg more than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Because 1972 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Lotus Elan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Lotus Elan. (201 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Lotus Elan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1989 Lotus Elan | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Belmont | Elan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2260 mm |
