1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 28 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 495 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
Model | Trooper | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |