1988 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari Mondial (271 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 125 kg more than 1988 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari Mondial | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ferrari | Isuzu |
| Model | Mondial | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
