1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1977 Holden GTS
To start off, 1977 Holden GTS is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 4,139 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 149 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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, 1977 Holden GTS (326 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1977 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Belmont | GTS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 4139 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
