1977 Ford Capri vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Ford Capri. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 585 kg more than 1977 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Capri. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Capri | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Capri | Trooper |
Year Released | 1977 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |