1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 17 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda 6. 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | 6 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 87.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
