1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 87 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Trooper | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
