1987 Buick Regal vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (276 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 406 kg more than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 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, 1987 Buick Regal (489 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 1987 Buick Regal has automatic transmission and 1964 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1964 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Regal | Bellel |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1576 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 40 L |
