2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1516 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Express | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2530 mm |
