1978 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1986 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1978 Chevrolet Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1986 Isuzu Trooper has manual transmission. 1986 Isuzu Trooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Chevrolet Suburban | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Suburban | Trooper |
Year Released | 1978 | 1986 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 242 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2310 mm |