2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1464 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.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Expedition | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
Model | Expedition | Belmont |
Year Released | 2004 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 96 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |