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Isuzu Bighorn Pickup 2.2 D (87 Hp)
Overall Rating
Isuzu Bighorn:
The Isuzu Trooper is a full-size SUV manufactured and marketed by Isuzu between September 1981 and September 2002 over two generations, the first, produced between 1981 and 1991; and the second produced between 1991 and 2002, the latter with a mid-cycle refresh in 1998. In its earliest iterations, the Trooper was based on the company's first generation Isuzu Faster/Chevrolet LUV pickup.
Marketed in the Japanese domestic market, as the Isuzu Bighorn, Isuzu marketed it internationally primarily as the Trooper, and in other markets as the Acura SLX , Chevrolet Trooper, Subaru Bighorn, SsangYong Korando Family, Honda Horizon, Opel Monterey, Vauxhall Monterey, Holden Jackaroo, and Holden Monterey....(Read more on Wikipedia)
Pickup Overview:
Isuzu Bighorn (Pickup). With 183 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. With a weight of 1550 kg, it falls in the mid‑range. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. A vehicle with an open cargo bed at the back, suitable for transporting goods. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The 1987 Isuzu Bighorn Pickup predates modern Euro NCAP testing standards. As such, it was not tested and lacks contemporary safety features found in newer vehicles.
2.2 D (87 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Adequate performance for a utility vehicle of its era, offering sufficient torque (183 Nm) from the turbocharged diesel for hauling and off-road use, though not built for speed with a 17.8 kg/Hp weight-to-power ratio.
Fuel Economy
The 2.2-liter turbocharged diesel engine provides reasonable fuel economy for a 4x4 pickup from the late 80s, benefiting from diesel's inherent efficiency and a substantial 83-liter fuel tank for extended range.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Robust C223 turbocharged diesel engine
- • Capable All-wheel drive (4x4) system
- • High utility and load capacity
- • Large 83-liter fuel tank for extended range
- • Simple and durable mechanicals for easy maintenance
Cons:
- • Dated safety features by modern standards
- • Basic interior comfort and amenities
- • Modest on-road performance and acceleration
- • High kerb weight (1550 kg) impacts agility
- • Older precombustion chamber injection technology
Specifications:
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Isuzu |
| Model: | Bighorn |
| Generation: | Pickup |
| Modification (Engine): | 2.2 D (87 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1987 |
| End of production: | 1991 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Pick-up |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 2 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 87 Hp @ 4000 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 38.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 183 Nm @ 4000 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | C223 |
| Engine displacement: | 2238 |
| Fuel injection system: | Precombustion chamber injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Valvetrain: | OHC |
| Engine layout: | Front, Longitudinal |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Diesel |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 17.8 kg/Hp, 56.1 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8.5 kg/Nm, 118.1 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1550 |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 83 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 4120 mm mm |
| Width: | 1650 mm mm |
| Height: | 1845 mm mm |
| Wheelbase: | 2300 mm mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.6 m |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
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