1989 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 1998 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 332 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1998 Volkswagen Golf (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Vauxhall Belmont | 1998 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Vauxhall | Volkswagen |
Model | Belmont | Golf |
Year Released | 1989 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1292 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |