1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 32 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 328 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2005 Volkswagen Touran (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 2005 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Holden | Volkswagen |
Model | Belmont | Touran |
Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |