1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 200 kg more than 1996 Ford Ranger.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Ranger | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
