1988 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 25 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (199 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 365 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2013 Scion FR-S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Isuzu Trooper | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Scion |
| Model | Trooper | FR-S |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 199 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
