1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2005 Opel Frontera is newer by 24 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 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Frontera 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Opel Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Isuzu | Opel |
Model | Trooper | Frontera |
Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |