1989 Buick Estate vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper

To start off, 1990 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,597 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Buick Estate weights approximately 290 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1989 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1989 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Buick Estate 1990 Isuzu Trooper
Make Buick Isuzu
Model Estate Trooper
Year Released 1989 1990
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6597 cc 2255 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1885 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4390 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1660 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2660 mm


 

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