2003 Daewoo Kalos vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 14 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daewoo Kalos | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Daewoo | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kalos | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
