1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 29 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 380 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 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra 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, 2002 Toyota Tundra (299 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |
