1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (160 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Trooper | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |