1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 125 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Belmont | Cutlass |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |