1969 Holden Belmont vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Belmont (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Belmont weights approximately 355 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, 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, 1969 Holden Belmont (163 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Belmont | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Belmont | Samara |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2130 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |