1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC90 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 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC90 (185 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Volvo XC90 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Trooper | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Volvo |
| Model | Trooper | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
