2009 Dacia Sandero vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Dacia Sandero is newer by 28 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Sandero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 449 kg more than 2009 Dacia Sandero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dacia Sandero. 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 (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Sandero. (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dacia Sandero | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dacia | Isuzu |
| Model | Sandero | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2660 mm |
