1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 Opel Frogster
To start off, 2001 Opel Frogster is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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 32 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 297 kg more than 2001 Opel Frogster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Opel Frogster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 Opel Frogster | |
| Make | Isuzu | Opel |
| Model | Trooper | Frogster |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
