1975 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1975 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1425 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 2012 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Holden Belmont | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Belmont | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3099 mm |
