1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Ignis. (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Trooper | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
