1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Marcos Mantara
To start off, 1996 Marcos Mantara is newer by 24 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 1996 Marcos Mantara | |
| Make | Holden | Marcos |
| Model | Belmont | Mantara |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
