1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Volvo S80
To start off, 1998 Volvo S80 is newer by 28 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Volvo S80 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Volvo S80 weights approximately 712 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, 1998 Volvo S80 (290 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | S80 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
