1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1990 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1990 Lotus Esprit is newer by 9 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 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Lotus Esprit (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 595 kg more than 1990 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Lotus Esprit. 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, 1990 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1990 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1990 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
Model | Trooper | Esprit |
Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |