2005 Daewoo Nubira vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 24 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Daewoo Nubira (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Daewoo Nubira should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 534 kg more than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Nubira. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Nubira.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Daewoo Nubira | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Daewoo | Isuzu |
| Model | Nubira | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
