1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 20 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Panoz Esperante.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Isuzu | Panoz |
Model | Trooper | Esperante |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |