2000 Dodge Viper vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper 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 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 395 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Dodge Viper. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Dodge Viper | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Viper | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 495 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
