1994 Ford Scorpio vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 13 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 275 kg more than 1994 Ford Scorpio.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Scorpio | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Scorpio | Trooper |
Year Released | 1994 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |