1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 17 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 15 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 575 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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 2005 Rover 25. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | Trooper | 25 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
