1969 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1978 Mercury Cougar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (91 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 905 kg more than 1969 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, 1978 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Bellett. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Isuzu Bellett | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1855 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 |
