1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1996 Mazda MPV is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda MPV (114 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda MPV weights approximately 195 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. 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 1996 Mazda MPV. 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, 1996 Mazda MPV (277 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | MPV |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
