1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado 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 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (188 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Corrado.
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 Volkswagen Corrado, 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, 1994 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1994 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
| Model | Belmont | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2480 mm |
