2002 Citroen C8 vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2002 Citroen C8 is newer by 21 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen C8 (127 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen C8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Citroen C8 weights approximately 163 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 2002 Citroen C8. 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, 2002 Citroen C8 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen C8 | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | C8 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2660 mm |
