1982 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 1 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 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (163 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1982 Chevrolet Camaro (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1982 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chevrolet Camaro | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Camaro | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2660 mm |
