1968 Holden Belmont vs. 2012 Lada Niva
To start off, 2012 Lada Niva is newer by 44 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 100 more horse power than 2012 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2012 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Holden Belmont weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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, 2012 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 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lada Niva. 1968 Holden Belmont has automatic transmission and 2012 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 2012 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 | 2012 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Belmont | Niva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| 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 | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1285 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 |
