2008 Citroen C5 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2008 Citroen C5 is newer by 23 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C5 (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C5 weights approximately 530 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, 2008 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen C5 has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen C5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C5 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | C5 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
