1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1957 Porsche 356. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1957 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 770 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356. 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 1957 Porsche 356. 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.
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1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
Model | Trooper | 356 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1581 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |