2009 Kia Carens vs. 1989 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2009 Kia Carens is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Carens weights approximately 485 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. 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 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Kia Carens | 1989 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Kia | Vauxhall |
Model | Carens | Belmont |
Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |