1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1987 Saab 9000
To start off, 1987 Saab 9000 is newer by 18 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Saab 9000 weights approximately 355 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, 1987 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1987 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1987 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Bellett | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 54 L |
