1977 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1968 Plymouth GTX
To start off, 1977 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Plymouth GTX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Plymouth GTX would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Plymouth GTX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Plymouth GTX (375 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Plymouth GTX should accelerate faster than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Plymouth GTX weights approximately 672 kg more than 1977 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, 1968 Plymouth GTX (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Plymouth GTX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Isuzu Bellett. 1968 Plymouth GTX has automatic transmission and 1977 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1977 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Plymouth GTX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Isuzu Bellett | 1968 Plymouth GTX | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Bellett | GTX |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1597 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
