1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (84 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 965 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari has automatic transmission and 1963 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1963 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1986 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Bellett | Grand Safari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2950 mm |
