1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1991 Lada Niva
To start off, 1991 Lada Niva is newer by 10 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, 1991 Lada Niva (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lada Niva should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Lada Niva.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Lada Niva. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1991 Lada Niva | |
Make | Isuzu | Lada |
Model | Trooper | Niva |
Year Released | 1981 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1452 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |