2001 Opel Meriva vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2001 Opel Meriva is newer by 16 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Meriva weights approximately 360 kg more than 1985 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, 2001 Opel Meriva (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Opel Meriva | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Opel | Vauxhall |
Model | Meriva | Belmont |
Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2530 mm |