1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1983 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,523 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick LeSabre (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 127 kg more than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1951 Buick LeSabre (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1951 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Buick LeSabre | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | LeSabre | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
