2005 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 20 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1718 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 2005 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Cadillac Escalade (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac Escalade | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Cadillac | Vauxhall |
Model | Escalade | Belmont |
Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |