2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 19 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (170 HP @ 10750 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 1155 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Caterham 7. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 7. (125 Nm @ 8250 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Caterham | Isuzu |
| Model | 7 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1137 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 10750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8250 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 440 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2660 mm |
