1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, both 1981 Isuzu Trooper and 1981 Chevrolet Camaro were released in the same year (1981). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 325 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro.

Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Isuzu Trooper 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Isuzu Chevrolet
Model Trooper Camaro
Year Released 1981 1981
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2770 cc 4375 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 100 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3700 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 208 Nm 291 Nm
Torque RPM 2300 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1770 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4390 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2760 mm


 

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