1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1963 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (120 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1981 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 620 kg more than 1963 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. 1981 Buick LeSabre has automatic transmission and 1963 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1963 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Buick LeSabre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Buick LeSabre | 1963 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | LeSabre | Bellett |
Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3790 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |