1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Isuzu | Mercury |
Model | Trooper | Sable |
Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |