1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Ford Laser
To start off, 2004 Ford Laser is newer by 30 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 77 more horse power than 2004 Ford Laser. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Ford Laser. 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, 2004 Ford Laser, 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2004 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Holden | Ford |
| Model | Belmont | Laser |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
