2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1970 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 689 kg more than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1970 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondeo | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2360 mm |
