1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1972 Mini MK III
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mini MK III. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mini MK III 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 55 more horse power than 1972 Mini MK III. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1972 Mini MK III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 985 kg more than 1972 Mini MK III. 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 1972 Mini MK III. 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mini MK III. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mini MK III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1972 Mini MK III | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mini |
| Model | Trooper | MK III |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
