1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Buick Regal
To start off, 2012 Buick Regal is newer by 37 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, 2012 Buick Regal (270 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick Regal weights approximately 358 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, 2012 Buick Regal, 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, 2012 Buick Regal (400 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2012 Buick Regal | |
| Make | Holden | Buick |
| Model | Belmont | Regal |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1683 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4831 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2738 mm |
