1979 Ford Granada vs. 1969 Isuzu Bellett
To start off, 1979 Ford Granada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,184 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 kg more than 1969 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, 1979 Ford Granada (262 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Granada | 1969 Isuzu Bellett | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | Bellett |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4184 cc | 1471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2360 mm |
