1957 DKW F 93 vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1957 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1957 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 DKW F 93. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 DKW F 93. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 DKW F 93 | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | DKW | Isuzu |
| Model | F 93 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 896 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
