2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford Expedition. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Vauxhall Belmont, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (365 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Expedition | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2530 mm |
