1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1997 Ford Mustang is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (590 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 472 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (728 Nm) has 585 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (143 Nm). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 590 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 728 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2360 mm |
