1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (241 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Trooper | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Trooper | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
