1990 Ford Escort vs. 1975 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Isuzu Bellett (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1975 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 1975 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort, 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, 1990 Ford Escort (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 1975 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escort | Bellett |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2410 mm |