1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1994 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 20 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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (238 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 12 kg more than 1994 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1994 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1994 Mazda RX-7 | |
Make | Holden | Mazda |
Model | Belmont | RX-7 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2616 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |