2003 Proton Saloon vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2003 Proton Saloon is newer by 16 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Proton Saloon (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 Proton Saloon.
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 Proton Saloon (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2003 Proton Saloon has manual transmission. 2003 Proton Saloon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Proton Saloon | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Proton | Vauxhall |
| Model | Saloon | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
