1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1985 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1985 Opel Ascona is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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 26 more horse power than 1985 Opel Ascona. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 850 kg more than 1985 Opel Ascona. 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 (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1985 Opel Ascona | |
Make | Isuzu | Opel |
Model | Trooper | Ascona |
Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |