1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 31 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 276 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Ford Focus | |
Make | Isuzu | Ford |
Model | Trooper | Focus |
Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4450 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 | 1319 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4534 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1824 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |