1973 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 39 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1973 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1973 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 378 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7, 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Holden Belmont | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
