2007 Mercedes-Benz ML vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1209 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | ML | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2530 mm |
