1978 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 29 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 1,817 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 265 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo, 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, 2007 Renault Kangoo (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Isuzu Bellett | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Bellett | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1817 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
