1968 Holden Belmont vs. 1996 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1996 Renault Laguna is newer by 28 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 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Renault Laguna (94 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Holden Belmont. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Renault Laguna weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Holden Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 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 (163 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Laguna. (143 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 1996 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Belmont | Laguna |
Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |