1976 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1993 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1993 Toyota Cressida is newer by 17 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Cressida (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Cressida weights approximately 515 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Toyota Cressida (279 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. 1993 Toyota Cressida has automatic transmission and 1976 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1976 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Isuzu Bellett | 1993 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Bellett | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 279 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
