1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 176 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 604.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Peugeot 604. 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Trooper | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Trooper | 604 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 242 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
