1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (195 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1969 Holden Belmont. (112 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Corvette (373 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Holden Belmont. (213 Nm). This means 1974 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Corvette | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 112 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |
