2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i30.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai i30. 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, 2009 Hyundai i30 (255 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai i30 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Hyundai | Isuzu |
Model | i30 | Trooper |
Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1409 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |