1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper 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 45 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 725 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Trooper | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Suzuki |
| Model | Trooper | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
