2012 Renault Symbol vs. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 2012 Renault Symbol is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Vauxhall Belmont would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Symbol (97 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Symbol weights approximately 40 kg more than 1988 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, 2012 Renault Symbol (127 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. (101 Nm). This means 2012 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Vauxhall Belmont. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont has automatic transmission and 2012 Renault Symbol has manual transmission. 2012 Renault Symbol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Vauxhall Belmont will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Renault Symbol | 1988 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Renault | Vauxhall |
| Model | Symbol | Belmont |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4261 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1639 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1439 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2473 mm | 2530 mm |
