1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Rogue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Rogue (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Rogue should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 41 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Rogue. 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Rogue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Isuzu | Nissan |
| Model | Trooper | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 175 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 | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
