1995 Dodge Caravan vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1995 Dodge Caravan is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Caravan. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Caravan | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Dodge | Holden |
| Model | Caravan | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
