1977 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1978 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1978 Opel Rekord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Opel Rekord. (64 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Rekord weights approximately 370 kg more than 1977 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, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Rekord. (126 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Isuzu Bellett | 1978 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Bellett | Rekord |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
