1996 TVR Cerbera vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 11 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 162 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 1996 TVR Cerbera 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 1996 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
1996 TVR Cerbera | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | TVR | Vauxhall |
Model | Cerbera | Belmont |
Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4185 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2530 mm |