2003 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 29 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 6. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 2003 Mazda 6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 will offer significantly more control. 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Mazda | Holden |
| Model | 6 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2830 mm |
