2011 Volkswagen Tiguan vs. 1974 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 37 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 39 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 192 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, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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 (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | 1974 Holden Belmont | |
Make | Volkswagen | Holden |
Model | Tiguan | Belmont |
Year Released | 2011 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5042 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4427 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1808 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2604 mm | 2830 mm |