1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 35 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | Trooper | XJS |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 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 | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
