1982 Honda Civic vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 810 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Honda Civic. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Honda Civic | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Civic | Trooper |
Year Released | 1982 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2660 mm |