1955 Ford Vedette 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 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1955 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 405 kg more than 1955 Ford Vedette. 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 Ford Vedette. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Ford Vedette | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Vedette | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2158 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
