1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 15 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 355 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Blazer | Trooper |
Year Released | 1996 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |