1983 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1983 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Honda Accord. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Honda Accord weights approximately 30 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, 1983 Honda Accord, 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, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Accord. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Honda Accord | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | Bellett |
Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2410 mm |