2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 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 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Toyota | Vauxhall |
| Model | Avensis | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
