1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1962 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Maserati 3500.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Maserati 3500. 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, 1962 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1962 Maserati 3500 | |
Make | Isuzu | Maserati |
Model | Trooper | 3500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 3485 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |