2009 Ford Ka vs. 1987 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 22 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. Both 2009 Ford Ka and 1987 Vauxhall Belmont are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka.
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, 2009 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont. (102 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1987 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ka | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
