2003 Isuzu Ascender vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2003 Isuzu Ascender is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Isuzu Ascender weights approximately 575 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Isuzu Ascender (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Isuzu Ascender | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Isuzu | Isuzu |
| Model | Ascender | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2170 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
