2010 Acura MDX vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 36 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Holden Belmont. (182 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1974 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura MDX weights approximately 699 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX 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, 2010 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Holden Belmont. (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Acura MDX | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Acura | Holden |
| Model | MDX | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2064 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4867 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1732 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2830 mm |
