1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 24 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 760 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | XJS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
