1985 Audi 100 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (75 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Audi 100.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 100. (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | 100 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2660 mm |
