2004 Holden Combo vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Holden Combo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Holden Combo. (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Combo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 395 kg more than 2004 Holden Combo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Holden Combo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Combo. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Combo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Combo | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Combo | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
