1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 220 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
