1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2004 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2004 Smart ForFour is newer by 15 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, 2004 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 625 kg more than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Smart ForFour. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Smart ForFour. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2004 Smart ForFour | |
Make | Isuzu | Smart |
Model | Trooper | ForFour |
Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |