1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2011 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2011 Kia Sportage is newer by 30 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Kia Sportage.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sportage. 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, 2011 Kia Sportage (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2011 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Sportage |
Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1636 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |