2002 Kia Sorento vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2002 Kia Sorento is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Kia Sorento (192 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sorento (301 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 2002 Kia Sorento has automatic transmission and 1989 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Kia Sorento will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Kia Sorento | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Sorento | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2530 mm |
