1980 Triumph TR7 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1980 Triumph TR7 is newer by 6 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1980 Triumph TR7. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1980 Triumph TR7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 320 kg more than 1980 Triumph TR7. 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 (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Triumph TR7. (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Triumph TR7. 1974 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 1980 Triumph TR7 has manual transmission. 1980 Triumph TR7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Triumph TR7 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Triumph | Holden |
| Model | TR7 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |
