1996 BMW 535 vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1996 BMW 535 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 535 (235 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 535 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 535. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1996 BMW 535 (320 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 535 | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | BMW | Isuzu |
| Model | 535 | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
