1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 65 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Passat |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
