1989 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 23 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 6,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
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, 2012 Audi A8 (627 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Isuzu Trooper | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Audi |
| Model | Trooper | A8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 627 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3122 mm |
