1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 2002 Lotus Esprit is newer by 28 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Esprit (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lotus Esprit. (400 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lotus Esprit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2002 Lotus Esprit | |
| Make | Holden | Lotus |
| Model | Belmont | Esprit |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 3504 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2430 mm |
