1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 41 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.
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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
