2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1977 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,758 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Ranger weights approximately 287 kg more than 1977 Isuzu Bellett.
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, 1977 Isuzu Bellett (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Isuzu Bellett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1977 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1758 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2410 mm |
