1990 Ford Granada vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1990 Ford Granada is newer by 9 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1990 Ford Granada. (92 HP @ 4150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 Ford Granada. 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 1990 Ford Granada. 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 (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Granada. (204 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Granada | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Granada | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
