1979 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2009 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2009 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan 350Z (309 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1979 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, 2009 Nissan 350Z (358 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Isuzu Bellett | 2009 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Bellett | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
