1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Acura RDX
To start off, 2012 Acura RDX is newer by 29 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura RDX weights approximately 187 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.
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, 2012 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Isuzu | Acura |
| Model | Trooper | RDX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2649 mm |
