1991 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1997 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (49 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 701 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Gol. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Gol.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Isuzu Trooper | 1997 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Gol |
Year Released | 1991 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 72 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |