1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1996 Volvo V90
To start off, 1996 Volvo V90 is newer by 11 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Volvo V90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo V90 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo V90 should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo V90 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo V90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1996 Volvo V90 (261 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo V90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1996 Volvo V90 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Trooper | V90 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 261 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
