1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 15 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, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (124 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Trooper | 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mazda |
| Model | Trooper | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
