1961 Isuzu Bellel vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1997 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (85 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 492 kg more than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Isuzu Bellel 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 1961 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (313 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. (151 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Isuzu Bellel. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1961 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1961 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Isuzu Bellel | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Isuzu | Buick |
| Model | Bellel | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2900 mm |
