1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 11 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1978 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1978 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | XJR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
