1984 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
