1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1986 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1986 Nissan Cedric is newer by 8 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 102 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 320 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, 1986 Nissan Cedric (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1986 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellett | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2740 mm |
