2004 Ford Five Hundred vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 23 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Five Hundred (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Five Hundred | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Five Hundred | Trooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2660 mm |