1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 216 kg more than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 1988 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Isuzu | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Bellett | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2640 mm |
