2004 Ford Falcon vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Ford Falcon is newer by 18 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Falcon 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 2004 Ford Falcon. 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, 2004 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Falcon | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Falcon | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2310 mm |
