1970 Isuzu Bellett vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (118 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 955 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (408 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Isuzu Bellett. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Isuzu Bellett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Isuzu Bellett | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Bellett | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2890 mm |
