1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1982 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Volkswagen Golf 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 40 more horse power than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 845 kg more than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1982 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 (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Volkswagen Golf. (79 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1982 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Golf |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
