1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 35 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 6 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.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
