1998 Cadillac Seville vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1998 Cadillac Seville is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Cadillac Seville (271 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 153 kg more than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Cadillac Seville. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1998 Cadillac Seville (407 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Cadillac Seville | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Cadillac | Isuzu |
Model | Seville | Trooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 1989 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4565 cc | 2255 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |