1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 190 kg more than 1994 Dodge Caravan.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Caravan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1994 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Dodge | Isuzu |
| Model | Caravan | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
