1989 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Audi 100 is newer by 4 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1989 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Audi 100 (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Audi 100 weights approximately 334 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.
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, 1989 Audi 100 (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Audi 100 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Audi | Vauxhall |
| Model | 100 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2530 mm |
