1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 25 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 252 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Buick LeSabre. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick LeSabre | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Buick | Holden |
Model | LeSabre | Belmont |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 311 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |