1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1971 Jensen SP
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen SP would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen SP is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen SP (385 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen SP should accelerate faster than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 197 kg more than 1971 Jensen SP.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen SP. 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, 1971 Jensen SP (557 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen SP will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 1971 Jensen SP | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jensen |
| Model | Trooper | SP |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 557 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |
