2007 Nissan Navara vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Navara (404 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Navara | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Navara | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 404 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2122 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
