1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 22 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 350 kg more than 2003 Mazda 6.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 6. (186 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | 6 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
