2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 31 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1001 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (353 Nm). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Express | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5042 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2830 mm |
