1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1981 Lotus Esprit
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Lotus Esprit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Lotus Esprit would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Lotus Esprit (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 475 kg more than 1981 Lotus Esprit.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Lotus Esprit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1981 Lotus Esprit (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1981 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Isuzu Trooper | 1981 Lotus Esprit | |
Make | Isuzu | Lotus |
Model | Trooper | Esprit |
Year Released | 1987 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |