1997 Buick Riviera vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1997 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Riviera weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Buick Riviera. 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, 1997 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Buick Riviera | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | Riviera | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
