2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Suzuki | Vauxhall |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2734 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
