2005 Toyota Soarer vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2005 Toyota Soarer is newer by 34 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (238 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 350 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.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Soarer, 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, 2005 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Toyota Soarer | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Toyota | Holden |
Model | Soarer | Belmont |
Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 430 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |