1977 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1977 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1068 kg more than 1977 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Escort. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Escort | 1998 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
