1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Honda Today
To start off, 1994 Honda Today is newer by 22 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1994 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1994 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 690 kg more than 1994 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Honda Today, 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 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1994 Honda Today | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Today |
Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |