1972 Vauxhall Victor vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 80 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 1972 Vauxhall Victor 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 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1972 Vauxhall Victor (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Vauxhall Victor | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Vauxhall |
| Model | Victor | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
