1997 Dodge Stealth vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1997 Dodge Stealth 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 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Stealth is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Stealth (282 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Stealth should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Stealth weights approximately 135 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Stealth (428 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Stealth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Dodge Stealth | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Stealth | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2972 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
