1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Kia Pregio
To start off, 2007 Kia Pregio is newer by 23 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 2,665 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Pregio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2007 Kia Pregio. (83 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Pregio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Pregio weights approximately 87 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Pregio. 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, 2007 Kia Pregio (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Pregio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Kia Pregio | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Trooper | Pregio |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1682 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
