2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda HR-V weights approximately 160 kg more than 1986 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2003 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | HR-V | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2530 mm |
