1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 TVR Griffith
To start off, 1991 TVR Griffith 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 TVR Griffith (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 305 kg more than 1991 TVR Griffith.
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, 1991 TVR Griffith (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1991 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Holden | TVR |
| Model | Belmont | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2290 mm |
