1985 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 25 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Civic weights approximately 222 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, 2010 Honda Civic (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Vauxhall Belmont | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Vauxhall | Honda |
Model | Belmont | Civic |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1252 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |