2007 Kia Carens vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Carens (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 551 kg more than 1988 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, 2007 Kia Carens (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Carens | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Carens | Belmont |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1511 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |