2008 Honda Pilot vs. 1979 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 29 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1104 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.
Because 2008 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu Bellett. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1979 Isuzu Bellett has manual transmission. 1979 Isuzu Bellett will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Pilot | 1979 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Pilot | Bellett |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
