1985 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 28 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 320 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 2013 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Vauxhall Belmont | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Vauxhall | Subaru |
Model | Belmont | Impreza |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1948 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2645 mm |