1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 370 kg more than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Trooper |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |