1997 Honda Accord vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1997 Honda Accord is newer by 16 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 230 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Accord. 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, 1997 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | Accord | Trooper |
Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |