2002 Renault Grand Espace vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2002 Renault Grand Espace is newer by 17 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 1,869 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Grand Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Grand Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 810 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, 2002 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Renault Grand Espace | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Espace | Belmont |
Year Released | 2002 | 1985 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1869 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |