1989 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (108 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 40 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Because 1972 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Lumina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Holden Belmont (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina. (183 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Lumina | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Lumina | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2830 mm |
