2005 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 724 kg more than 1967 Mercury Brougham.
Because 2005 Isuzu Ascender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Mercury Brougham. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Ascender 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 Brougham (602 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Ascender. (373 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Ascender.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Isuzu Ascender | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | Ascender | Brougham |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3130 mm |
