1995 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper 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 57 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 2. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1037 kg more than 2013 Mazda 2. 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 2013 Mazda 2. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | 2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2489 mm |
