1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 18 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 265 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Bora |
Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |