1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 955 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1985 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1989 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | Minica |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
