1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240
To start off, 1978 Isuzu Bellett is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (63 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1978 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 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240. (137 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bellett | 240 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
