1959 Berkeley QB vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Berkeley QB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Berkeley QB would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Berkeley QB. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Berkeley QB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1214 kg more than 1959 Berkeley QB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Berkeley QB. 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, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Berkeley QB. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Berkeley QB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Berkeley QB | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Berkeley | Isuzu |
| Model | QB | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 692 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 381 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2660 mm |
