1986 Buick Electra vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1987 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Buick Electra.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1986 Buick Electra (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Buick Electra | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Electra | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2660 mm |
