1975 Dodge Aspen vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Dodge Aspen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Dodge Aspen would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1975 Dodge Aspen.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Dodge Aspen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Dodge Aspen | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Aspen | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
