1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (420 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 120 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (563 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Corvette | Trooper |
Year Released | 1965 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6491 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 563 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2660 mm |