1990 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1972 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 18 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, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1972 Holden Belmont. (116 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Belmont. (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen Rally Raid | 1972 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Rally Raid | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 229 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2830 mm |
