1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 17 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 3,540 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Isuzu | Toyota |
Model | Trooper | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |