1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 18 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (189 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 239 kg more than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Alfa Romeo 156. 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, 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 (218 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Trooper | 156 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5000 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 | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
