1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1998 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1998 Subaru Impreza 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 590 kg more than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 1998 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Trooper | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 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 | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
