2010 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is newer by 25 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Traverse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Traverse weights approximately 1143 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Traverse (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Traverse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Traverse | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Vauxhall |
| Model | Traverse | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2173 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5207 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1991 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1849 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2530 mm |
