1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2002 Opel Astra
To start off, 2002 Opel Astra is newer by 21 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, 2002 Opel Astra (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 430 kg more than 2002 Opel Astra.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Opel Astra. 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, 2002 Opel Astra (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2002 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Trooper | Astra |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
