1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Seat Leon
To start off, 2009 Seat Leon is newer by 20 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, 2009 Seat Leon (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Seat Leon.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Seat Leon. 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, 2009 Seat Leon (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Seat Leon | |
Make | Isuzu | Seat |
Model | Trooper | Leon |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1334 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |