1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1963 Skoda Felicia
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Skoda Felicia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Skoda Felicia 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 40 more horse power than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (49 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1963 Skoda Felicia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 705 kg more than 1963 Skoda Felicia. 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 1963 Skoda Felicia. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Skoda Felicia. (74 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Skoda Felicia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1963 Skoda Felicia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Skoda |
| Model | Trooper | Felicia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
