1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1990 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Because 1990 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Telstar | 1990 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Telstar | Trooper |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
