2011 Lotus Exige vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 18 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Vauxhall Belmont. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lotus Exige | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Lotus | Vauxhall |
| Model | Exige | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3797 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1727 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1158 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2299 mm | 2530 mm |
