1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 27 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 254 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50.
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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Trooper | V50 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1306 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
