1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Mahindra CL
To start off, 2004 Mahindra CL 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2004 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 65 kg more than 2004 Mahindra CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mahindra CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mahindra CL will offer significantly more control. 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 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2004 Mahindra CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mahindra |
| Model | Belmont | CL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2040 mm |
