2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1985 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 934 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont. (96 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Vauxhall Belmont.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 1985 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Mazda | Vauxhall |
| Model | CX-9 | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 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 | 1964 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2530 mm |
