1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 would be higher. At 2,911 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 453 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Isuzu |
| Model | 3000 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2911 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2660 mm |
