1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1980 Volvo 245
To start off, 1980 Volvo 245 is newer by 11 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Volvo 245 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Volvo 245 (81 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Volvo 245 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Volvo 245 weights approximately 360 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Volvo 245 (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Volvo 245 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1980 Volvo 245 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | 245 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
