1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Dodge Aspen. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Aspen | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2310 mm |
