1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 12 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 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 248 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix (203 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Isuzu | Pontiac |
| Model | Trooper | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 5699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2820 mm |
