1995 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1982 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Florian. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Florian would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (97 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Florian. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Florian. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Isuzu Florian. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Florian. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Isuzu Trooper | 1982 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Trooper | Florian |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1817 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
