1981 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 665 kg more than 1981 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Honda Accord. 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 (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Honda Accord. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Honda Accord | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | Trooper |
Year Released | 1981 | 1986 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |