1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante is newer by 20 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Panoz Esperante. 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, 2006 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2006 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | Isuzu | Panoz |
| Model | Trooper | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 4589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
