1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 38 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Holden Belmont weights approximately 275 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | Holden | Suzuki |
Model | Belmont | Equator |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3560 mm |