1965 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (223 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 748 kg more than 1965 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, 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis (372 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Isuzu Bellett | 1998 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 68 L |
