1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 24 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
Model | Trooper | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |