1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1988 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1988 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 400 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1988 Volkswagen Golf (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Isuzu Trooper | 1988 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Golf |
Year Released | 1987 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1763 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |