1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1981 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Volkswagen Golf 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 19 more horse power than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Volkswagen Golf. (145 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1981 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2480 mm |
