1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1975 Holden Belmont is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 790 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
Make | Holden | Oldsmobile |
Model | Belmont | Toronado |
Year Released | 1975 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 7446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3110 mm |