1976 Holden Torana vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 471 kg more than 1976 Holden Torana. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Holden | Holden |
| Model | Torana | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
