1964 Honda S500 vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Honda S500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Honda S500 | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | S500 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 491 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2310 mm |
