1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 9 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 320 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.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1994 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 1994 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Subaru Vauxhall
Model Legacy Belmont
Year Released 1994 1985
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 170 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1030 kg
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1410 mm


 

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