1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Trooper | Legacy |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |