2009 Ford Ka vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 21 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. Both 2009 Ford Ka and 1988 Vauxhall Belmont are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 73 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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, 2009 Ford Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Ka 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:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Ford | Vauxhall |
| Model | Ka | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| 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 | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 887 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
