1972 Ford Granada vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 2,551 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Granada (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 334 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Granada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1972 Ford Granada (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
