1978 AMC Pacer vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1978 AMC Pacer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 AMC Pacer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 AMC Pacer. (90 HP @ 3050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1978 AMC Pacer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 AMC Pacer weights approximately 453 kg more than 1974 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, 1978 AMC Pacer (222 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 AMC Pacer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. 1978 AMC Pacer has automatic transmission and 1974 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1974 Isuzu Bellett 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 | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | AMC | Isuzu |
Model | Pacer | Bellett |
Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 3050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |