1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 740 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2300 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Trooper | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2060 mm |
