1972 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 41 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 126 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.
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, 2013 Honda Accord, 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, 2013 Honda Accord (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Holden Belmont | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2775 mm |