1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Mazda 626
To start off, 1995 Mazda 626 is newer by 21 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1995 Mazda 626. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 110 kg more than 1995 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Mazda 626, 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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mazda 626. (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1995 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 626 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
