1974 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1978 Volvo 260
To start off, 1978 Volvo 260 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 260 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 260 (146 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 260 should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Volvo 260 weights approximately 444 kg more than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 260 (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 260 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. 1978 Volvo 260 has automatic transmission and 1974 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1974 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Volvo 260 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Isuzu Bellett | 1978 Volvo 260 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Bellett | 260 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
