1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 26 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 310 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Sorento |
Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |