1989 Ford Tempo vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1989 Ford Tempo is newer by 11 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 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Isuzu Bellett (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1989 Ford Tempo. (96 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Tempo weights approximately 215 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1978 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Ford Tempo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1989 Ford Tempo (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Tempo | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Tempo | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2410 mm |
