1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 22 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, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 153 kg more than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Qashqai. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Qashqai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Trooper | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
