1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1961 Volvo 220
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 220 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 40 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 220. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 545 kg more than 1961 Volvo 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 220. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1961 Volvo 220 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Trooper | 220 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
