2008 Volkswagen Touran vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touran is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touran (108 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 606 kg more than 1988 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 Volkswagen Touran (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Volkswagen Touran | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Touran | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
