1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1992 Holden Statesman is newer by 20 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Holden Statesman (242 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Holden Statesman weights approximately 275 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, 1992 Holden Statesman (401 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1992 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Belmont | Statesman |
Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |