2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1986 Isuzu Trooper has manual transmission. 1986 Isuzu Trooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Pilot | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
