1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1984 Mazda 929
To start off, 1984 Mazda 929 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Mazda 929. (89 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1984 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 173 kg more than 1984 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Mazda 929. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 1984 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Holden | Mazda |
| Model | Belmont | 929 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2620 mm |
