1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1981 Chrysler Newport is newer by 7 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 484 kg more than 1974 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chrysler | Holden |
| Model | Newport | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2830 mm |
