1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1961 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Trooper | 1961 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | A10 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2070 mm |
