1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1992 Renault 19
To start off, 1992 Renault 19 is newer by 18 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (182 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Renault 19. (93 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1992 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 269 kg more than 1992 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault 19, 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (357 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Renault 19. (142 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1992 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Belmont | 19 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4141 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
