1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 29 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 632 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Bellett |
Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 58 L |