2004 Buick Regal vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Buick Regal is newer by 23 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (251 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 38 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 2004 Buick Regal. 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, 2004 Buick Regal (388 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Regal | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1598 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2660 mm |
