1992 Ford Fiesta vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1992 Ford Fiesta is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 636 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Fiesta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Fiesta. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ford Fiesta | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fiesta | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
