1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2007 Tata Sumo
To start off, 2007 Tata Sumo is newer by 19 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 2,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Tata Sumo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Tata Sumo. (69 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Sumo weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
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, 2007 Tata Sumo (223 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Tata Sumo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2007 Tata Sumo | |
Make | Isuzu | Tata |
Model | Trooper | Sumo |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4258 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1726 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2425 mm |