1985 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 19 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 600 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.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
| Model | Belmont | Passat |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
