2007 Renault Espace vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2007 Renault Espace 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Espace (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Espace weights approximately 890 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.
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 Renault Espace (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 2007 Renault Espace 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 Renault Espace will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Espace | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Espace | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2186 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
