1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 59 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Buick Reatta | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Reatta | Trooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |