1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1985 Skoda L
To start off, 1985 Skoda L is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1985 Skoda L. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Skoda L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 436 kg more than 1985 Skoda L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Skoda L. (103 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Skoda L.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1985 Skoda L | |
| Make | Holden | Skoda |
| Model | Belmont | L |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
