2007 GMC Acadia vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 2007 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 2007 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Acadia | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | GMC | Vauxhall |
| Model | Acadia | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
