2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Express is newer by 15 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 222 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express 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 2000 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (408 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Express | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 15 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2530 mm |
