1989 Saab 9000 vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 2 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 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 490 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.
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 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1989 Saab 9000 has manual transmission. 1989 Saab 9000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Saab 9000 | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Saab | Vauxhall |
| Model | 9000 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2290 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
