1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1383 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 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender 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, 2012 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 2012 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Belmont | Defender |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2402 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 229 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |