2005 Ford E-250 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Ford E-250 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-250 weights approximately 1344 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-250 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | E-250 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2304 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2530 mm |
