2002 Hyundai Equus vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Equus is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Equus (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 1084 kg more than 1979 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 Hyundai Equus (271 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Hyundai Equus | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Equus | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |
