2004 Honda Accord vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 213 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Accord | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Accord | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
