1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 6 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 890 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Aston Martin | Isuzu |
Model | V8 Vantage | Bellett |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |