1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 441 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Isuzu | Hyundai |
| Model | Trooper | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
