1979 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2012 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 33 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 610 kg more than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Touran, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Touran (220 Nm @ 1550 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Isuzu Bellett | 2012 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Bellett | Touran |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1550 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 1516 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |