1994 Ford Windstar vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1994 Ford Windstar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Windstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Windstar (155 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Windstar should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Windstar weights approximately 730 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. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Ford Windstar (220 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm). This means 1994 Ford Windstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Ford Windstar | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Windstar | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
