2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1964 Isuzu Bellel
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Isuzu Bellel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Isuzu Bellel would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (72 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Isuzu Bellel weights approximately 204 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Isuzu Bellel. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1964 Isuzu Bellel has manual transmission. 1964 Isuzu Bellel will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Explorer | 1964 Isuzu Bellel | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Explorer | Bellel |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |
