2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 869 kg more than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherokee | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
