1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 16 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 663 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1989 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
| Model | Trooper | Echo |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2380 mm |
