1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1978 Plymouth Volare is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 505 kg more than 1966 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Bellett | Volare |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 3685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2870 mm |
