1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 1 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 562 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (422 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Dodge Challenger | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Challenger | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 40 L |
