1959 Ford Zephyr vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1959 Ford Zephyr. (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 419 kg more than 1959 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ford Zephyr | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Zephyr | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
