1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 33 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier, 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Holden | Nissan |
| Model | Belmont | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3200 mm |
