2007 Ford Maverick vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper

To start off, 2007 Ford Maverick is newer by 26 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Maverick (148 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Ford Maverick.

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, 2007 Ford Maverick (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford Maverick 1981 Isuzu Trooper
Make Ford Isuzu
Model Maverick Trooper
Year Released 2007 1981
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2287 cc 2559 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 195 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1515 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2660 mm