1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 195 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2012 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4644 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1778 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
