1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Seat Altea
To start off, 2007 Seat Altea is newer by 26 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, 2007 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 266 kg more than 2007 Seat Altea.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Seat Altea. 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, 2007 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Seat Altea | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Trooper | Altea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1504 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |