1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 385 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Trooper | Ponton |
Year Released | 1989 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |