1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry is newer by 31 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Camry (190 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 30 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, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2006 Toyota Camry (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Camry |
Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2999 cc |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |