1975 GMC Jimmy 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 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Jimmy (133 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Jimmy should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Jimmy weights approximately 289 kg more than 1990 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, 1975 GMC Jimmy (319 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Jimmy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Jimmy | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Jimmy | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1884 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
