2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 24 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos weights approximately 70 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
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, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Kalos has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Kalos 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:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Kalos | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2530 mm |
