2007 Ford E-350 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont

To start off, 2007 Ford E-350 is newer by 22 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-350 (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-350 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-350 (476 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 2007 Ford E-350 has automatic transmission and 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford E-350 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
Make Ford Vauxhall
Model E-350 Belmont
Year Released 2007 1985
Body Type Van Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 255 HP 53 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 476 Nm 96 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4230 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 2120 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2530 mm