1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2000 BMW 330 is newer by 19 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 330. 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, 2000 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Trooper | 330 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
