1986 Ford Escort vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 5 kg more than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
