1975 Austin Marina vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin Marina would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1975 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 716 kg more than 1975 Austin Marina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin Marina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Marina | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | Marina | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
