2004 Holden Frontera vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Holden Frontera 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Holden Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (74 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Frontera weights approximately 170 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, 2004 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (170 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Frontera | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Holden | Isuzu |
| Model | Frontera | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1530 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 |
