1985 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 23 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 2,495 cc, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 605 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Isuzu | Land Rover |
| Model | Trooper | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2495 cc |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
