1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1991 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 17 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 42 more horse power than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (197 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1991 Mazda RX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 63 kg more than 1991 Mazda RX-7. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mazda RX-7. (270 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1991 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
