2008 Cadillac DTS vs. 1981 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2008 Cadillac DTS is newer by 27 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac DTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac DTS (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (100 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac DTS should accelerate faster than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Cadillac DTS.
Because 1981 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Cadillac DTS. 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, 2008 Cadillac DTS (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Isuzu Trooper. (208 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac DTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac DTS | 1981 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
| Model | DTS | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
