1985 Holden Drover vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover is newer by 7 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 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Isuzu Bellett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1985 Holden Drover. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1985 Holden Drover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Holden Drover | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Drover | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3450 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
