2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 15 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (220 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 259 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 2004 Chrysler Town & Country. 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, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (339 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Chrysler | Isuzu |
| Model | Town & Country | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2660 mm |
