1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1988 Volvo 440
To start off, 1988 Volvo 440 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volvo 440 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 440 weights approximately 46 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 Volvo 440 (140 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1988 Volvo 440 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | 440 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2780 mm |
