1983 Dodge Daytona vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Dodge Daytona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Dodge Daytona would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Dodge Daytona (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Dodge Daytona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Dodge Daytona. (162 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Dodge Daytona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Dodge Daytona | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Daytona | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2212 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
