1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2004 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 17 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 145 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 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, 2004 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Isuzu Trooper | 2004 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | Isuzu | Buick |
Model | Trooper | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 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 | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |