1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 27 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 835 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. 2005 Jaguar XKR 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. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Bellett | XKR |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
