1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1984 Subaru Coupe is newer by 9 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1984 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Holden Belmont weights approximately 410 kg more than 1984 Subaru Coupe. 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, 1984 Subaru Coupe, 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Subaru Coupe. (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Subaru Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 1984 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Belmont | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
