2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser vs. 1983 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser is newer by 17 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, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 231 kg more than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Because 1983 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser. (151 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1983 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler PT Cruiser | 1983 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | PT Cruiser | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
