1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 19 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, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 712 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.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Isuzu Trooper | 2009 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Caddy |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3800 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 | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2690 mm |