1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1981 Opel Ascona
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Opel Ascona 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 36 more horse power than 1981 Opel Ascona. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 575 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (98 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1981 Opel Ascona | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Trooper | Ascona |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
