1996 Dodge Viper vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1996 Dodge Viper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Viper (444 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 525 kg more than 1996 Dodge Viper.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1996 Dodge Viper (664 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Viper | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Viper | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2770 mm |
