1959 Ford 17M vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford 17M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford 17M would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1959 Ford 17M. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford 17M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 480 kg more than 1959 Ford 17M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford 17M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford 17M. (120 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford 17M.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Ford 17M | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | 17M | Trooper |
Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1697 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |