1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1996 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 575 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Polo. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 1996 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Polo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
