1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 34 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, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 136 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, 2009 Honda Accord, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Holden | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Accord |
Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |