1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2001 Lada Niva
To start off, 2001 Lada Niva is newer by 33 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 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Belmont (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2001 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lada Niva. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2001 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2001 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Holden Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Holden Belmont | 2001 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Belmont | Niva |
Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |