1972 Ford Escort vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 695 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Escort | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2660 mm |
