1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1966 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 6589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2910 mm |
