1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
