1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1981 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1981 Jaguar XJS is newer by 12 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1981 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Jaguar XJS (299 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 757 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, 1981 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1981 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 299 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1707 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 90 L |
