1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 140 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 2002 Renault Avantime. 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 Renault Avantime (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Trooper | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2559 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
