1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 29 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 184 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Trooper | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2634 mm |
