2005 GMC Safari vs. 1974 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2005 GMC Safari is newer by 31 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Safari weights approximately 969 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, 2005 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Isuzu Bellett. 2005 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1974 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1974 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Safari | 1974 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Safari | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1894 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
