1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1988 Lada Samara
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lada Samara would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Lada Samara. (70 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 675 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara. 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 1988 Lada Samara. 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, 1989 Isuzu Trooper (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lada Samara. (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1988 Lada Samara | |
Make | Isuzu | Lada |
Model | Trooper | Samara |
Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |