1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 34 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 650 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 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
