1981 Ford Capri vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 136 kg more than 1981 Ford Capri.
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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Capri. (220 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Capri | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Holden |
Model | Capri | Belmont |
Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 3298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 263 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |