2007 Isuzu I-290 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Isuzu I-290 is newer by 40 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Isuzu I-290. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Isuzu I-290.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Isuzu I-290 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
| Model | I-290 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
