1982 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (138 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 188 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze (200 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Isuzu | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trooper | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
