1952 Citroen 15 vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,867 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1952 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 269 kg more than 1952 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1952 Citroen 15 (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1952 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Citroen 15 | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | 15 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2660 mm |
