1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 29 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 547 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, 2010 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2010 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Trooper | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 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 | 2107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4884 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1844 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |