1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1985 Buick Wildcat is newer by 11 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 45 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat 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, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Wildcat | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
