1986 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 25 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Isuzu Trooper | 2011 Mitsubishi Galant | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Trooper | Galant |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2751 mm |
