2004 Ford Focus vs. 1987 Isuzu Trooper
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Isuzu Trooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Isuzu Trooper would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (73 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 405 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Isuzu Trooper is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1987 Isuzu Trooper | |
| Make | Ford | Isuzu |
| Model | Focus | Trooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2255 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
