1962 Ford Consul vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 888 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Ford Consul. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Consul | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
