2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 260 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
Model | Silverado | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2830 mm |