2000 Volkswagen Bora vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2000 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (98 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 265 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 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, 2000 Volkswagen Bora (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Volkswagen Bora | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Bora | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
