1975 Holden Belmont vs. 1994 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1994 Renault Safrane is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1994 Renault Safrane. (106 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Safrane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Safrane weights approximately 49 kg more than 1975 Holden Belmont.
Because 1975 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 1975 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Safrane, 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, 1975 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Safrane. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Belmont | 1994 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Holden | Renault |
Model | Belmont | Safrane |
Year Released | 1975 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2834 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2770 mm |