1987 Audi 80 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Audi 80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1987 Audi 80. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1987 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 575 kg more than 1987 Audi 80. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Audi 80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Audi 80. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 80 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Audi | Isuzu |
| Model | 80 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2660 mm |
