1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 14 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Kangoo. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Kangoo. (151 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Renault |
| Model | Trooper | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
