1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 195 kg more than 1973 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Belmont | Statesman |
Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5040 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |