1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 38 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1294 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Holden | Cadillac |
| Model | Belmont | Escalade |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2619 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1857 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
