1972 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 1997 Toyota Avensis is newer by 25 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, 1997 Toyota Avensis (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 65 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1997 Toyota Avensis, 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Avensis |
Year Released | 1972 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |