1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1977 Mazda 929
To start off, 1977 Mazda 929 is newer by 4 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1977 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1977 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 266 kg more than 1977 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1977 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 929 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
