1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (153 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 340 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1980 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Trooper | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 1980 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 3955 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |