1984 Dodge Charger vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1984 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1984 Dodge Charger. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 545 kg more than 1984 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge Charger. 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, 1982 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge Charger. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Charger | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Charger | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
