1987 Buick Electra vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Buick Electra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Electra (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 116 kg more than 1987 Buick Electra.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1987 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Electra | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Electra | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
