2003 Holden Cruze vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2003 Holden Cruze is newer by 22 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 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 610 kg more than 2003 Holden Cruze. 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Cruze | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Cruze | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
