2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1986 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 18 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 180 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Isuzu Trooper. (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 1986 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | Silverado | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2660 mm |
