2009 Kia Borrego vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Kia Borrego 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 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Borrego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Borrego (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Borrego should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Borrego weights approximately 319 kg more than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Kia Borrego 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 Kia Borrego. 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 Kia Borrego (362 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (148 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Borrego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. 2009 Kia Borrego has automatic transmission and 1985 Vauxhall Belmont has manual transmission. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Kia Borrego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Borrego | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
| Model | Borrego | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
