1974 Holden Belmont vs. 2002 Lada Samara II
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II is newer by 28 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 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Lada Samara II. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 2002 Lada Samara II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Holden Belmont weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II. 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, 2002 Lada Samara II, 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 (229 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lada Samara II. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 2002 Lada Samara II | |
| Make | Holden | Lada |
| Model | Belmont | Samara II |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
