2001 Acura CL vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 20 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Acura CL. 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, 2001 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura CL | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Acura | Isuzu |
Model | CL | Trooper |
Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2559 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |