1976 Ford Escort vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
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 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escort | Bellett |
Year Released | 1976 | 1978 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |