1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa
To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 25 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 135 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 2001 Toyota Verossa | |
Make | Holden | Toyota |
Model | Belmont | Verossa |
Year Released | 1976 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |