1977 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 266 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1977 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu Trooper. (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Caprice | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1986 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2770 mm |
