1967 De Tomaso Mangusta vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. 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 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta. 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, 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 De Tomaso Mangusta | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Mangusta | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
