1965 AC Aceca vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 769 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. 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, 1965 AC Aceca (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | Aceca | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2660 mm |
