1974 Ford Maverick vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1974 Ford Maverick is newer by 1 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1974 Ford Maverick. (82 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Ford Maverick. 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Maverick. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Maverick | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Holden |
| Model | Maverick | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
