1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Octavia is newer by 15 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Skoda Octavia.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Skoda Octavia (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Skoda |
| Model | Trooper | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
