1983 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2013 Kia Sorento is newer by 30 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Kia Sorento (272 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Kia Sorento weights approximately 193 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, 2013 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Trooper | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 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 | 1789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1745 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
