1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (152 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 405.
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, 1993 Peugeot 405, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 405. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Belmont | 405 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
