1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 11 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Trooper | 500 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2500 mm |
