1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1991 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1991 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Trooper 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 30 more horse power than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 635 kg more than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 1991 Volkswagen Golf. 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Volkswagen Golf. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1991 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
| Model | Trooper | Golf |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |
