1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1984 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1988 Ford Fairlane 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 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 35 kg more than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Fairlane. 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 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 1984 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Fairlane | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
