1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1994 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1994 Lancia Thema is newer by 13 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, 1994 Lancia Thema (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 408 kg more than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Lancia Thema. 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 (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Thema. (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Thema.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1994 Lancia Thema | |
Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
Model | Trooper | Thema |
Year Released | 1981 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |