1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1985 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Sixty | 1985 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | Sixty | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
