1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1978 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 110 kg more than 1978 Plymouth Volare.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Plymouth Volare. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1978 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1978 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
Model | Trooper | Volare |
Year Released | 1989 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |