1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Kia Retona
To start off, 2005 Kia Retona is newer by 24 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Kia Retona. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Retona weights approximately 100 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Retona. (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Retona.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Kia Retona | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Retona |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |