2007 Buick Rainier vs. 1982 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2007 Buick Rainier is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Rainier (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 Buick Rainier.
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, 2007 Buick Rainier (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Buick Rainier | 1982 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Buick | Isuzu |
Model | Rainier | Trooper |
Year Released | 2007 | 1982 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |