2008 Ford Ranger vs. 1968 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2008 Ford Ranger is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu Bellett (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Ford Ranger. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Ranger weights approximately 486 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 Ford Ranger (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Isuzu Bellett. (134 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Ranger | 1968 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
