1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 15 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
| Model | Bigua | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
