1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,471 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. (90 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Grand Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 175 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1978 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Pontiac Grand Am (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Pontiac Grand Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1985 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Bellett | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 2471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
