1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1984 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Toyota MR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Toyota MR2 would be higher. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1984 Toyota MR2. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1984 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 635 kg more than 1984 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Toyota MR2. 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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Toyota MR2. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Toyota MR2.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1984 Toyota MR2 | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Trooper | MR2 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1984 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1453 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2330 mm |