1972 Ford Custom vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 211 kg more than 1972 Ford Custom. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Custom. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Custom. (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Custom.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Custom | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Custom | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2340 mm |
