1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Fiesta. (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Fiesta | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fiesta | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2310 mm |
