2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 140 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Frontera | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
