1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 446 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. 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 (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (117 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Cortina | Trooper |
Year Released | 1976 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1593 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 117 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |