1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1982 Jeep CJ7
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Jeep CJ7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Jeep CJ7 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1982 Jeep CJ7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 290 kg more than 1982 Jeep CJ7. 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 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Jeep CJ7. (128 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Jeep CJ7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1982 Jeep CJ7 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
| Model | Trooper | CJ7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1982 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
