2001 Buick Regal vs. 1971 Holden Belmont
To start off, 2001 Buick Regal is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1971 Holden Belmont. (133 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Regal weights approximately 220 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, 2001 Buick Regal, 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, 2001 Buick Regal (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Belmont. (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Buick Regal | 1971 Holden Belmont | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Regal | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
