2002 Honda S-MX vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2002 Honda S-MX is newer by 21 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 265 kg more than 2002 Honda S-MX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda S-MX | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Honda | Isuzu |
Model | S-MX | Trooper |
Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |