1986 Ford Escort vs. 1985 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 1 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 685 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort. 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 1986 Ford Escort. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1985 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Escort | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
