1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1986 Porsche 944
To start off, 1988 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Porsche 944. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 944 would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Porsche 944 (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 250 kg more than 1986 Porsche 944.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Porsche 944. 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, 1986 Porsche 944 (196 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1986 Porsche 944 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1986 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Porsche |
| Model | Trooper | 944 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
