1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 23 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (235 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 850 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. 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, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Trooper | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |