1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 23 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 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (480 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Trooper | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 583 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
