1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1996 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 29 kg more than 1996 Mazda Sentia.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mazda Sentia. 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, 1996 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1996 Mazda Sentia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | Sentia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
