1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1986 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1986 Toyota Carina is newer by 4 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, 1986 Toyota Carina (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 525 kg more than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Carina. (155 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Trooper | 1986 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Carina |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
