1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1978 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 504 (91 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 265 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Peugeot 504. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 504. (160 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 504.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1978 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Peugeot |
| Model | Trooper | 504 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
