1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Lada Niva
To start off, 1995 Lada Niva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Belmont (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1995 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 170 kg more than 1995 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lada Niva. (134 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1995 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Belmont | Niva |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |