1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 775 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Trooper | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
