1998 Honda Today vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 13 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 250 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today 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:
| 1998 Honda Today | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Today | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
