1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1974 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Sprinter 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 16 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 695 kg more than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1974 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
