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 |