2006 Hyundai Tipper vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is newer by 25 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 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Tipper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Tipper (83 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tipper should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. 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 (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tipper. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tipper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Hyundai Tipper | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
| Model | Tipper | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Size | 2607 cc | 2237 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
