1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Cougar weights approximately 480 kg more than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Cougar, 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, 1999 Ford Cougar (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Cougar | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Cougar | Bellett |
Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |