1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 320 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Daimler | Isuzu |
| Model | One-O-Four | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
