1987 GMC Jimmy vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Jimmy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Jimmy would be higher. At 4,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Jimmy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Jimmy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 240 kg more than 1987 GMC Jimmy. 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Jimmy. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Jimmy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Jimmy | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | GMC | Isuzu |
| Model | Jimmy | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4298 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
