1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 29 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 1,983 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (178 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 601 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | S80 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
