1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 29 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 1950 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 792 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 2005 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Defender 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, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
Make | Holden | Land Rover |
Model | Belmont | Defender |
Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3230 mm |