1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2001 Mazda B2500 is newer by 20 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2001 Mazda B2500. (82 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
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, 2001 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 Mazda B2500 | |
Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
Model | Trooper | B2500 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |