1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2005 Mazda B2300 is newer by 33 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, 2005 Mazda B2300 (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B2300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 18 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2005 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | B2300 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1358 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2840 mm |
