1969 Porsche 914 vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Porsche 914. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Porsche 914 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Porsche 914 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Porsche 914 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Porsche 914 should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 1969 Porsche 914 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 1969 Porsche 914. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1969 Porsche 914 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1969 Porsche 914 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Porsche 914 | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Porsche | Vauxhall |
| Model | 914 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2530 mm |
