1967 Ford GT 40 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 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 620 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. 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 (170 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ford GT 40 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | GT 40 | Trooper |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 170 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |