1987 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2007 Volvo V70 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Volvo |
| Model | Belmont | V70 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
