1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1980 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1980 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 6 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 236 kg more than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mazda Cosmo. (151 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mazda Cosmo.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1980 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |