1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1999 Lada Niva
To start off, 1999 Lada Niva is newer by 25 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 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (239 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Holden Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1974 Holden Belmont (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Holden Belmont | 1999 Lada Niva | |
Make | Holden | Lada |
Model | Belmont | Niva |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5042 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 239 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |