2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1988 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 16 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 495 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 1988 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Fiat Panda | 1988 Isuzu Trooper | |
Make | Fiat | Isuzu |
Model | Panda | Trooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2660 mm |