2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (232 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 772 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 Ford Expedition. 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 Ford Expedition (395 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Isuzu Trooper. (168 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Isuzu Trooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1989 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Expedition | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4603 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2367 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
