1976 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester is newer by 36 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 215 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 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Belmont. (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Holden Belmont | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Holden | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Forester |
Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2616 mm |