2002 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1962 Isuzu Bellel

To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (55 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 452 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 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 1962 Isuzu Bellel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. (121 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Bellel. 2002 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Buick Park Avenue 1962 Isuzu Bellel
Make Buick Isuzu
Model Park Avenue Bellel
Year Released 2002 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 205 HP 55 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 121 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1682 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 5260 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2900 mm 2540 mm


 

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