1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1978 Mazda 616
To start off, 1982 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 683 kg more than 1978 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Trooper | 1978 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | 616 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
