1996 Dodge Caravan vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1996 Dodge Caravan is newer by 26 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 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Caravan (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 721 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, 1996 Dodge Caravan (229 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Caravan | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Caravan | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
