1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1983 Volvo 240
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Volvo 240. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Volvo 240 would be higher. At 2,316 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Volvo 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Volvo 240 (112 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Volvo 240 should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 295 kg more than 1983 Volvo 240.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Volvo 240. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1983 Volvo 240 (185 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1983 Volvo 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1983 Volvo 240 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Trooper | 240 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2316 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
