1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler Charger. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler Charger.
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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Charger | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
