1988 De Tomaso Pantera vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 1 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 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 175 kg more than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 De Tomaso Pantera. 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, 1988 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 De Tomaso Pantera | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | De Tomaso | Isuzu |
Model | Pantera | Trooper |
Year Released | 1988 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5761 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |