1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 31 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 400 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Mazda 929. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | 929 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
