1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1995 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1995 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Dodge Colt. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Dodge Colt would be higher. At 2,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (157 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1988 Dodge Colt. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Dodge Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 950 kg more than 1988 Dodge Colt. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Isuzu Trooper (347 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Dodge Colt. (192 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Dodge Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1995 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Colt | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2770 mm |
