2005 Hyundai Tiburon vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,653 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 408 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Hyundai Tiburon (250 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tiburon | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Tiburon | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2653 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
