1976 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1986 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1986 Opel Rekord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1986 Opel Rekord. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1986 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Rekord weights approximately 190 kg more than 1976 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, 1986 Opel Rekord (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Isuzu Bellett | 1986 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
