1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 15 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 245 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Renault Safrane. 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 (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Trooper | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 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 | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2770 mm |
