1998 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1981 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Carina 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 129 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Carina. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1981 Toyota Carina. 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 1981 Toyota Carina. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Carina. (124 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Carina. 1998 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1981 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1981 Toyota Carina 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 | 1981 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Carina |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
