1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey is newer by 39 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Odyssey (245 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 730 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 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey, 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, 2013 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Belmont | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
