1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander.
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 Mitsubishi Outlander (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 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 | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
