1989 Vauxhall Belmont vs. 2010 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2010 Porsche Boxster is newer by 21 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche Boxster (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 391 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 2010 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Porsche Boxster (360 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | 2010 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Porsche |
| Model | Belmont | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1351 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4371 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1293 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2416 mm |
