1999 Lincoln Continental vs. 1978 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1999 Lincoln Continental 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 795 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 Lincoln Continental, 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 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lincoln Continental | 1978 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Lincoln | Isuzu |
| Model | Continental | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1816 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
