1971 Ford Mustang vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,726 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (251 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 770 kg more than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Mustang. 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 (208 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Mustang. (146 Nm). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Mustang | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Mustang | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4726 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
