1999 Toyota Yaris vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1999 Toyota Yaris is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Yaris | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Yaris | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
