1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 122 kg more than 2012 Subaru Legacy.
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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Isuzu | Subaru |
| Model | Trooper | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
