1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 660 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | XJS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
