1988 Acura Legend vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, both 1988 Acura Legend and 1988 Vauxhall Belmont were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,700 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Acura Legend (163 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Acura Legend should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Acura Legend weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 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.

Compare all specifications:

1988 Acura Legend 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Acura Vauxhall
Model Legend Belmont
Year Released 1988 1988
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2700 cc 1297 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 74 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2530 mm


 

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