1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 18 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 189 kg more than 2001 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Trooper | Cougar |
Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 228 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |