1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Renault 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1978 Renault 4 has manual transmission. 1978 Renault 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Trooper | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Trooper | 4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2410 mm |
