1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Isuzu Bellett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Isuzu Bellett would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (76 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 768 kg more than 1970 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, 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (114 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 1988 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1471 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |
