1985 Chevrolet Sprint vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, both 1985 Chevrolet Sprint and 1985 Vauxhall Belmont were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 355 kg more than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. (77 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Chevrolet Sprint. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1985 Chevrolet Sprint has manual transmission. 1985 Chevrolet Sprint will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Chevrolet Sprint | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
Model | Sprint | Belmont |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Size | 993 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3590 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2530 mm |