1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is newer by 27 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante weights approximately 235 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante, 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, 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2002 Mitsubishi Diamante | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Belmont | Diamante |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
