1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 470 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion. (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Starion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 1986 Mitsubishi Starion | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | Starion |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1125 kg |
