1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 485 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Corona. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corona. (144 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Corona |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
