2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 21 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 5,949 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1909 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Excursion | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1984 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5949 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2660 mm |
