1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1985 Saab 9000
To start off, 1985 Saab 9000 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (173 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Saab 9000.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Saab 9000. 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, 1985 Saab 9000 (278 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1985 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1985 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Trooper | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
