1986 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 95 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
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 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lancer | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
