1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1979 Volkswagen 1302
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Volkswagen 1302. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Volkswagen 1302 would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (34 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. 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 1979 Volkswagen 1302. 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 (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Volkswagen 1302. (84 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Volkswagen 1302.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1979 Volkswagen 1302 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | 1302 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
