1988 Buick Skylark vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1988 Buick Skylark is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 3,331 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Skylark (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Skylark weights approximately 235 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Buick Skylark (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Skylark | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Skylark | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3331 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
