1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1976 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1976 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1976 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 805 kg more than 1976 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Kia Brisa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Kia Brisa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1976 Kia Brisa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Kia |
| Model | Trooper | Brisa |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
