1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 40 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
