1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1988 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1989 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Plymouth Caravelle would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle. (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Plymouth Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1988 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Isuzu | Plymouth |
| Model | Trooper | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
