1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 11 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 244 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Spirit | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
