1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1952 Porsche 356
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1952 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1952 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 815 kg more than 1952 Porsche 356. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Porsche 356. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Porsche 356. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Trooper | 1952 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Trooper | 356 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1131 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
