1998 Ford Maverick vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Ford Maverick is newer by 17 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Maverick | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
