1968 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 41 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (237 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 704 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Isuzu Bellett | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 79 L |
