1971 Holden Belmont vs. 1995 Saab 900
To start off, 1995 Saab 900 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 107 more horse power than 1995 Saab 900. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1995 Saab 900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Belmont weights approximately 65 kg more than 1995 Saab 900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Saab 900, 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, 1971 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Saab 900. (177 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Saab 900.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Holden Belmont | 1995 Saab 900 | |
Make | Holden | Saab |
Model | Belmont | 900 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |