1991 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1999 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 8 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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 297 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1999 Volkswagen Golf (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Isuzu Trooper | 1999 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Isuzu | Volkswagen |
Model | Trooper | Golf |
Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2255 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1596 kg | 1299 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |