1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Tata Safari
To start off, 2008 Tata Safari 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Tata Safari (135 HP @ 5530 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Tata Safari weights approximately 325 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Tata Safari | |
Make | Isuzu | Tata |
Model | Trooper | Safari |
Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |