1967 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1981 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1981 Mercury Lynx is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Isuzu Bellett (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1981 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Isuzu Bellett should accelerate faster than 1981 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Isuzu Bellett weights approximately 30 kg more than 1981 Mercury Lynx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Isuzu Bellett | 1981 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2400 mm |
