1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer 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 5,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 114 kg more than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Blazer (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Blazer | Trooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5010 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |