1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (144 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
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 Rover 200, 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 (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 200. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Holden | Rover |
| Model | Belmont | 200 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
