1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2000 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2000 Skoda Fabia is newer by 11 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 15 more horse power than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2000 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 525 kg more than 2000 Skoda Fabia. 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 2000 Skoda Fabia. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2000 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Isuzu | Skoda |
| Model | Trooper | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 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 | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
