1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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 37 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 185 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 2010 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Forester. (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Forester |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4141 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |