1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (157 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 460 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Isuzu Trooper. (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Corvette | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
