1963 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Isuzu Bellett (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1997 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 210 kg more than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Because 1963 Isuzu Bellett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1963 Isuzu Bellett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Isuzu Bellett. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Isuzu Bellett | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2510 mm |
