1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Isuzu | Jeep |
Model | Trooper | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |