1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1988 Plymouth Colt
To start off, 1988 Plymouth Colt 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Colt (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Colt. 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 (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Colt. (191 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Colt.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1988 Plymouth Colt | |
Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
Model | Trooper | Colt |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |