1991 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1980 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1991 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 741 kg more than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1991 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Isuzu Trooper | 1980 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Isuzu | Vauxhall |
| Model | Trooper | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
