2006 Isuzu KB vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Isuzu KB is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu KB. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu KB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Isuzu KB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Isuzu KB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu KB 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu KB. (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu KB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Isuzu KB | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | KB | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6589 cc |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2910 mm |
