1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Acura RL
To start off, 1996 Acura RL is newer by 20 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 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Acura RL weights approximately 350 kg more than 1976 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura RL, 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, 1996 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 1996 Acura RL | |
| Make | Holden | Acura |
| Model | Belmont | RL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 3472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2920 mm |
