2004 Citroen C4 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2004 Citroen C4 is newer by 19 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C4. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C4 weights approximately 289 kg more than 1985 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, 2004 Citroen C4 (216 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C4 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C4 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
