1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 27 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. 2013 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1986 Isuzu Trooper has manual transmission. 1986 Isuzu Trooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Trooper | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1986 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 233 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.4 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 3246 mm |