1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2000 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2000 Opel Frontera is newer by 27 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, 2000 Opel Frontera (135 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Frontera weights approximately 415 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 2000 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2000 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
