2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1973 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Holden Belmont weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1973 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Daihatsu Terios. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 1973 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Holden |
| Model | Terios | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
