1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1969 Lotus Europa
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lotus Europa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lotus Europa would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Lotus Europa. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1969 Lotus Europa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 983 kg more than 1969 Lotus Europa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lotus Europa. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lotus Europa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Trooper | 1969 Lotus Europa | |
| Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
| Model | Trooper | Europa |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
