1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 12 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 TVR Cerbera. 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Isuzu | TVR |
| Model | Trooper | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
