1999 Citroen Pluriel vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1999 Citroen Pluriel is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 600 kg more than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1983 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Pluriel. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Pluriel.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Pluriel | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | Pluriel | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 996 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
