1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 259 kg more than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Caprice | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
