1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1968 Volkswagen 1600
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Volkswagen 1600 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Volkswagen 1600. (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Volkswagen 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 1968 Volkswagen 1600 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | 1600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1583 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
