1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1983 Opel Monza
To start off, 1983 Opel Monza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Opel Monza (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 190 kg more than 1983 Opel Monza.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Opel Monza. 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 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Monza. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Monza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1983 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Trooper | Monza |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
