1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2007 Kia Sedona is newer by 24 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Sedona (142 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 504 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. 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 2007 Kia Sedona. 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, 2007 Kia Sedona (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Kia Sedona | |
Make | Isuzu | Kia |
Model | Trooper | Sedona |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |