2003 Mazda Roadster vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2003 Mazda Roadster is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1050 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mazda Roadster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda Roadster | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Isuzu |
| Model | Roadster | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2770 mm |
