1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 37 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 588 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 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Holden | Saab |
| Model | Belmont | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2837 mm |
