1975 BMW 520 vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 520 (123 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 BMW 520.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 BMW 520. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1975 BMW 520 (172 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 520 | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 520 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
