1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1969 Morgan 4
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1969 Morgan 4. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 935 kg more than 1969 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Morgan 4. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 1969 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Morgan |
| Model | Trooper | 4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
