1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2011 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2011 Dodge Dakota is newer by 28 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 941 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Isuzu Trooper | 2011 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Isuzu | Dodge |
Model | Trooper | Dakota |
Year Released | 1983 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3340 mm |