1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1974 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 Lancia Stratos.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1974 Lancia Stratos (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1974 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
| Model | Trooper | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2190 mm |
