1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 291 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Belmont | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
