1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 75 kg more than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1977 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
