1976 Holden Belmont vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 2,834 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Belmont (116 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Renault 18. (66 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Belmont weights approximately 275 kg more than 1981 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18, 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, 1976 Holden Belmont (228 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 18. (124 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Belmont | 1981 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Holden | Renault |
| Model | Belmont | 18 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
