1987 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 930 kg more than 1969 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, 1987 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Chevrolet Caprice | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Caprice | Bellett |
Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5030 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |