1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1984 Opel Ascona is newer by 10 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1984 Opel Ascona. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1984 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 441 kg more than 1984 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1984 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Holden | Opel |
| Model | Belmont | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
