1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Seat Altea
To start off, 2008 Seat Altea is newer by 27 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Seat Altea. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 114 kg more than 2008 Seat Altea. 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 2008 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, 2008 Seat Altea (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Seat Altea | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Trooper | Altea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1446 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |