1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1989 Saab 9000
To start off, 1989 Saab 9000 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Saab 9000 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Saab 9000 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Isuzu Bellett 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 1968 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Saab 9000, 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, 1989 Saab 9000 (212 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1989 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 1989 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Bellett | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1583 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
