1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1997 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1997 Plymouth Neon 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 421 kg more than 1997 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Plymouth Neon. 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 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1997 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
Model | Trooper | Neon |
Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |