1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 29 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 2 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. (114 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 187 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz C (250 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 2004 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Belmont | C |
Year Released | 1975 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |