1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 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 3,994 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 70 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK. 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Trooper | XK |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
