1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Trooper 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 35 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
Model | Trooper | Trooper |
Year Released | 1985 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 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 | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |