2008 Acura RDX vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 27 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Acura | Isuzu |
Model | RDX | Trooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |