1966 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1974 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1974 Mercury Monterey is newer by 8 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 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 950 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, 1974 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Isuzu Bellett | 1974 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1470 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3160 mm |
