1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 2 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Trooper | Forester |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2237 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2615 mm |
