1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 16 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 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 81 more horse power than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 425 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada has automatic transmission and 1974 Holden Belmont has manual transmission. 1974 Holden Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1990 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Belmont | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 4298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
