1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Isuzu Bellel (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Isuzu Bellel should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 59 kg more than 1965 Isuzu Bellel.
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 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1965 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1965 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 AMC Pacer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 AMC Pacer | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | AMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Pacer | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 40 L |
