1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 1995 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 490 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1986 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Honda Step Wagon 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Honda Vauxhall
Model Step Wagon Belmont
Year Released 1995 1986
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 123 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 960 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2530 mm


 

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