1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1975 Saab 99
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Saab 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Saab 99 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1975 Saab 99. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1975 Saab 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 476 kg more than 1975 Saab 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Saab 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Saab 99. (147 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Saab 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Trooper | 1975 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Saab |
| Model | Trooper | 99 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
