2000 GMC Yukon vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2000 GMC Yukon 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 4,819 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Yukon (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Yukon weights approximately 700 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, 2000 GMC Yukon (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Yukon | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | GMC | Isuzu |
Model | Yukon | Trooper |
Year Released | 2000 | 1981 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4819 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |