1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Cortina (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 14 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Ford Cortina 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 1972 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Cortina | Belmont |
Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |