1993 Daihatsu Feroza vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 12 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) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 615 kg more than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza. (128 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Feroza | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Isuzu |
| Model | Feroza | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2660 mm |
