1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 416 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Porsche 924. 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Trooper | 924 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1980 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1179 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
