1961 Ford Prefect vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1961 Ford Prefect. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Prefect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 817 kg more than 1961 Ford Prefect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Prefect.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Prefect | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Prefect | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 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 | 778 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
