1962 Isuzu Minx vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 803 kg more than 1962 Isuzu Minx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Isuzu Minx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 2013 GMC Terrain has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Isuzu Minx | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Isuzu | GMC |
Model | Minx | Terrain |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2857 mm |