1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1990 Renault Clio
To start off, 1990 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Trooper 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 41 more horse power than 1990 Renault Clio. (48 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 785 kg more than 1990 Renault Clio. 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 1990 Renault Clio. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Renault Clio. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 1990 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Trooper | Clio |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1990 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
