1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 616 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Belmont | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
