1975 BMW 320 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 410 kg more than 1975 BMW 320.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 320. (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 320 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
