1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro (270 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 170 kg more than 1971 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Camaro | Belmont |
Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2830 mm |