1981 Audi 100 vs. 1985 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1981 Audi 100. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 485 kg more than 1981 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Audi 100. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi 100 | 1985 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | 100 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
