1988 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 145 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Chevrolet Blazer | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
Model | Blazer | Trooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |