2005 Opel Astra vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Opel Astra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2005 Opel Astra. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Opel Astra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Astra. (147 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Astra | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Opel | Isuzu |
| Model | Astra | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |
