1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1999 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1999 Plymouth Neon is newer by 14 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 486 kg more than 1999 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1985 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Plymouth Neon. 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, 1999 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Isuzu Trooper | 1999 Plymouth Neon | |
Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
Model | Trooper | Neon |
Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5850 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |