1973 Holden Belmont vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 25 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse. (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 1998 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
Model | Belmont | Eclipse |
Year Released | 1973 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |