2008 Skoda Roomster vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 21 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Skoda Roomster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Roomster (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Roomster should accelerate faster than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 275 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.
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 Skoda Roomster (132 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Skoda Roomster | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Skoda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Roomster | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2530 mm |
