1968 Ford 17 vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,812 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (81 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, 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, 1968 Ford 17 (132 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | 17 | Belmont |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1812 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |