1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 445 kg more than 1971 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | Luce |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
