2011 Hyundai Genesis vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Genesis 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai Genesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai Genesis (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Genesis should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai Genesis weights approximately 670 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 Hyundai Genesis 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 Hyundai Genesis. 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 Hyundai Genesis (358 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai Genesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Hyundai Genesis | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Hyundai | Vauxhall |
| Model | Genesis | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4976 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2936 mm | 2530 mm |
