1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2000 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2000 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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, 2000 Subaru Forester (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 174 kg more than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2000 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Trooper | Forester |
Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |