1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,043 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 45 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Because 1968 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 1968 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna, 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, 1968 Holden Belmont (246 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Holden Belmont | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Belmont | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3043 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
