1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 35 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (176 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1160 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 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Holden Belmont | 2008 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Belmont | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |