1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 805 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mazda Familia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | Familia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1968 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2200 mm |
