2011 Dodge Ram vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 26 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1388 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 2011 Dodge Ram 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 2011 Dodge Ram. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Dodge Ram | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
Make | Dodge | Vauxhall |
Model | Ram | Belmont |
Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2418 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5817 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1877 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3569 mm | 2530 mm |