1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 85 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Trooper | Cougar |
Year Released | 1986 | 1967 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |