2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 25 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Terraza | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2660 mm |
