1986 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 1998 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Fusca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 140 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Fusca 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 1998 Volkswagen Fusca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1998 Volkswagen Fusca (106 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Fusca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Vauxhall Belmont | 1998 Volkswagen Fusca | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Belmont | Fusca |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |