2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 5,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 614 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5664 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
