1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1991 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1991 Proton Saloon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1991 Proton Saloon. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1991 Proton Saloon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 675 kg more than 1991 Proton Saloon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Proton Saloon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Proton Saloon. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Trooper | 1991 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Isuzu | Proton |
| Model | Trooper | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
