1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 130 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Jetta |
Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1465 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |