1998 Hyundai Sonata vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1998 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 1998 Hyundai Sonata (181 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 1998 Hyundai Sonata has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Hyundai Sonata will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Sonata | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sonata | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
