2002 Dodge Viper vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2002 Dodge Viper is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge Viper (460 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Dodge Viper weights approximately 262 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm). This means 2002 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Viper | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Viper | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 678 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1857 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
