1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 22 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 63 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (119 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 280 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. 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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Baleno. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1996 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Holden | Suzuki |
| Model | Belmont | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
