1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1980 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Nissan Bluebird 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) has 30 more horse power than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 406 kg more than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Nissan Bluebird. (116 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Trooper | 1980 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Trooper | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
