1953 Alvis TC vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Alvis TC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Alvis TC would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Alvis TC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Alvis TC (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Alvis TC should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 160 kg more than 1953 Alvis TC.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Alvis TC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1953 Alvis TC (221 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1953 Alvis TC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Alvis TC | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Alvis | Isuzu |
| Model | TC | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
