1987 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 25 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 535 weights approximately 540 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.
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, 2012 BMW 535 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Isuzu | BMW |
| Model | Trooper | 535 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3071 mm |
