1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 645 kg more than 1969 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
Model | Bellett | Firebird |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |