1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1998 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 11 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, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle. (165 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Isuzu Trooper | 1998 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Beetle |
Year Released | 1987 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |