1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1974 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corona. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corona. (162 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1974 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Corona |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2510 mm |
