1999 Buick LeSabre vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1999 Buick LeSabre is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick LeSabre (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 22 kg more than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1999 Buick LeSabre (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick LeSabre | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Buick | Isuzu |
| Model | LeSabre | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2660 mm |
