1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1996 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1996 Toyota Corolla 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 470 kg more than 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 1996 Toyota Corolla. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Corolla. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1996 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Trooper | Corolla |
Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |