1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1972 Volvo 164
To start off, 1972 Volvo 164 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volvo 164 (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volvo 164 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1970 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, 1972 Volvo 164 (241 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1972 Volvo 164 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | 164 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2730 mm |
