1968 Buick Riviera vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett

To start off, 1970 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 916 kg more than 1970 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, 1968 Buick Riviera (645 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1968 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Buick Riviera 1970 Isuzu Bellett
Make Buick Isuzu
Model Riviera Bellett
Year Released 1968 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7050 cc 1471 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 305 HP 76 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 645 Nm 114 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1900 kg 984 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2360 mm