1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 20 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 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 260 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.
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, 1995 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1995 Nissan 300 ZX | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Belmont | 300 ZX |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |