1989 GMC Suburban vs. 1976 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1989 GMC Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1976 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Isuzu Bellett. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1976 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1976 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 1976 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Suburban | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
