1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1991 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1991 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 15 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 111 kg more than 1976 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1991 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, 1991 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 (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Dodge Aspen | 1991 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Aspen | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2660 mm |
