1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 16 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 830 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.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Express (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Express | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2660 mm |
