1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 135 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Nissan Skyline. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | Skyline |
Year Released | 1975 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |