2010 Mazda 6 vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda 6 | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Mazda | Holden |
Model | 6 | Belmont |
Year Released | 2010 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 4141 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2830 mm |