1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1983 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 1985 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Leopard (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 490 kg more than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Leopard. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Nissan Leopard. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1983 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Trooper | Leopard |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
