1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 13 kg more than 1988 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
Model | Trooper | Forester |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1608 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |