1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i20 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 Hyundai i20 (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i20 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 440 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i20. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i20. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Hyundai i20 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
| Model | Trooper | i20 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 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 | 1595 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2525 mm |
