1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 404 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 Audi A8 (444 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Trooper | A8 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5136 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2992 mm |
