1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2000 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Octavia 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Octavia (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Skoda Octavia. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Octavia. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2000 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Skoda |
| Model | Trooper | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
