1974 Chrysler Charger vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, both 1974 Chrysler Charger and 1974 Holden Belmont were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Charger | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Chrysler | Holden |
Model | Charger | Belmont |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |