1985 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 1991 Venturi Coupe
To start off, 1991 Venturi Coupe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Venturi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Venturi Coupe (256 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Venturi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Venturi Coupe weights approximately 319 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 1991 Venturi Coupe 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 1991 Venturi Coupe. 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, 1991 Venturi Coupe (405 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Venturi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | 1991 Venturi Coupe | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Venturi |
| Model | Belmont | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
