1998 Ford Telstar vs. 1965 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 1998 Ford Telstar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (94 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 25 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Because 1965 Isuzu Bellel 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 1965 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar, 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, 1998 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellel. (159 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Telstar | 1965 Isuzu Bellel | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Telstar | Bellel |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |