1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 259 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. 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 (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Holden | Xedos |
| Model | Belmont | 9 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
