1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1984 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1983 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
