1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Holden Apollo
To start off, 1992 Holden Apollo is newer by 19 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, 1992 Holden Apollo (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 135 kg more than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Because 1973 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 1973 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Holden Apollo, 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Apollo. (172 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Apollo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 1992 Holden Apollo | |
Make | Holden | Holden |
Model | Belmont | Apollo |
Year Released | 1973 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |