1990 Ford Escort vs. 2005 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2005 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (212 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 921 kg more than 1990 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Isuzu Trooper (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Escort. 2005 Isuzu Trooper has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Isuzu Trooper will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Escort | 2005 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Escort | Trooper |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1986 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |