1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1979 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1979 Isuzu 117. (72 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1979 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 430 kg more than 1979 Isuzu 117. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Isuzu 117. 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 (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Isuzu 117. (139 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1979 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Trooper | 117 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
