1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2001 Toyota RunX is newer by 14 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 475 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. 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, 2001 Toyota RunX (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | RunX |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
