1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 7 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 230 kg more than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Peugeot 505. 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 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Trooper | 505 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
